Friday, November 6, 2015

We got to Oahu Friday night and first thing Saturday morning my sister and I were off to Ford Island for a 10K. It was a great race and we got to see a lot of the military base. I'm so glad we did it!

Although we went with my whole family (23 people), the first day we, my little family of 7, spent the day together. After the race we hit up the local swap meet. Best idea for getting souvenirs! Then we headed to do the Diamond Head hike. It was pretty steep but had such pretty views. Everyone did so good on the hike. E was amazing and never even had to be held.

Once we got all the way to the top we were rewarded with amazing views.

You could see forever too.

We met a man who was stationed on Ford Island and hiking with his son. We stuck together the whole time and had shaved ice with them after.

After the hike we headed to Pearl Harbor. We took the boat over to the monument.

The kids all really love to learn so teaching them the history was easy but truly understanding what happened was a little harder.

There really was a lot to do and learn.

And still at the end 5 happy kids!

Next up another hike! This time more of a forest feel.

It was a rain forest hike so there were lots of places to play in.

No lack of exploring!

More breathtaking views.

The hike took us to Mona Falls. A little cold but it didn't stop anyone.

At this point it was getting a little dark but we were so glad we fit it in!

One more dunk in the waterfall before we had to hike out in the dark and the rain. It was really a wonderful first day. We did so much exploring and everyone was so happy all day.